Honolulu2026

Sun, 13 Dec 2026 · Honolulu, Hawaii · 41 days

Distance: 42.2 km
Terrain: Rolling
Climb: 150 m
Layout: Point to point
Race day: 24°C (75°F)

Starts before dawn under fireworks at Ala Moana, loops past Waikiki and around Diamond Head to Hawaii Kai and back. Warm and humid, and there's no cut-off.

Before you go

Pro tips

Racing it

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Pre-dawn start
The 5 a.m. start means you'll run the early miles in darkness; use the Ala Moana fireworks to settle into an even effort instead of surging with the crowd.
From the start time
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Warm and humid
Typical race-day temps hover around 24°C with humidity; plan to run by effort rather than pace, especially on the exposed stretches past Waikiki.
From the temperature
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Point-to-point logistics
This is a point-to-point course, so arrange your ride to the Ala Moana start well before 5 a.m. and pick a meeting spot near the finish for after.
From the layout
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Rolling profile
The rolling profile packs about 150 m of total climbing; expect constant small elevation changes rather than flat miles, so keep your effort steady.
From the elevation profile
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No cut-off
There's no cut-off, so you can pace yourself without fear of being swept, but the warm humidity still demands conservative early miles.
From the description

In Honolulu

Race morning transit
With the pre-dawn start, public buses may be limited or rerouted; arrange a ride to Ala Moana or walk from nearby Waikiki accommodations.
Where to watch
Spectators can catch runners along Waikiki and around Diamond Head; Kapiolani Park near the finish is a good meeting point.
Post-race unwind
After the race, head to Ala Moana Beach Park or Waikiki Beach to relax; Honolulu's laid-back beach culture is perfect for recovery.

Written by AI from the course data and the race's description; city tips are general knowledge. Check race-day details with the organizer.

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